A market surveillance and public health joint investigation is being launched to comprehensively inspect aerosol products

The market surveillance authority primarily inspects the manufacturer’s or distributor’s premises to verify, among other things, the technical documentation confirming that pre-market tests have been conducted on production batches. Particular attention is paid to the pressure resistance of cylinders, the flammability of products, and final inspection tests, as well as product labeling, hazard classification, and regulations regarding information requirements.

The inspection has not been conducted in a similar form in previous years and is also unique in that it is carried out in a comprehensive manner, through the cooperation of multiple regulatory agencies—market surveillance and public health—in one location at the same time. The inspection not only examines the technical safety of products from a market surveillance perspective but also assesses chemical safety compliance through an integrated approach by the public health authority.

The investigation covers aerosols manufactured for consumer use, where inadequate manufacturing practices may pose serious risks, including the risk of permanent injury, since consumers and end-users of substandard products are unable to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves or prevent the risk from materializing. Due to the high pressure inside aerosol products and the often flammable propellants, a potential structural defect could lead to the can bursting, an explosion, burns, or other serious health hazards.

The authority’s goal is for the results of the investigation to contribute to enhancing consumer safety and to promote lawful market operations. In the event of identified deficiencies, government agencies will immediately take the necessary measures—such as removing non-compliant products from the market or issuing recalls.

The person responsible for placing the product on the market is obligated to ensure the safe operation of aerosol products, but consumers can also contribute to their safe use by following the warning and safety instructions commonly found on the label, such as:

• Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources.

• No smoking!

• Do not spray on open flames or other ignition sources!

• Do not puncture or burn, even after use.

• Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50 °C/220 °F.

• Keep out of reach of children!